Making Your Home's Exterior Presentable

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When we talk about home design, our attention almost always automatically turns to the interiors. This is completely fair. The interiors of our homes are the parts that we, personally, see the most. It’s the space where we spend the majority of our free time, relaxing, entertaining family and friends, preparing meals, bathing, sleeping and so much more. It’s not surprising that we want them to look and feel as nice as possible, providing ourselves with a beautiful living environment that reflects our tastes and preferences. But when is the last time you paid attention to the outside of your home? This is the element of your home that others tend to see more. The facade of your living space that should look and feel great too! Here are a few starter steps to take when it comes to making your home even better, starting from the outside.

Facades

If your home has open brickwork on the outside, you probably don’t have to worry too much about this step, as brickwork tends to just get better with age. As long as you jetwash it and keep it clean, it should be good. But if your home is painted or has some sort of cladding or facade, you’re going to need to keep on top of this with routine maintenance. This could involve painting, repainting or, again, jetwashing to make sure that it stays in good shape and looks great throughout the year. Just think how exposed it is to rain, sunlight, wind and other elements!

Driveway

When did you last pay attention to your driveway? This is a largely practical and functional element of your home’s exterior, allowing you and guests to park up your cars easily. Of course, over time, driveways can wear down, whether that’s a gravel driveway slowly being blown away or a paved driveway becoming uneven. Make sure to have gravel replaced or slabs relaid as and when required. You should also keep a good check on your car, keeping this presentable too. From ensuring it passes state safety inspection to having it professionally cleaned and maintained, remember that your car forms a significant part of the aesthetic of your home’s exterior too!

Fences and Gates

Do you have fences or gates around your front yard? These will require TLC over the years. Paint on your fences may fade, or if they have a standard wood look, you may have to stain them to keep them looking good as new. When painting or staining your fences, make sure to use paints that are specifically designed for use on wood that is outdoors. This will ensure that you get a good finish that can stand the test of time. You may also want to make sure that your gates look fresh with a coat of exterior metal paint and to keep them quiet with proper oiling on the hinges.

These are just a few areas of focus that you should check in on when it comes to maintaining your home’s exteriors. Hopefully, some of the tips outlined above will help you along the way!